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Rullo to become youngest V8 champs driver

Most teenagers are trying to obtain their learner's licence at age 16 but not Alex Rullo - he is readying to make his debut on the V8 Supercars circuit.

Rullo is set to become the youngest ever Supercars driver after signing with Lucas Dumbrell Motorsport for the 2017 championship season.

The Perth local competed for LDM in last year's second-tier Dunlop Series as a 15-year-old where he finished 17th after seven races.

He will juggle creating history on the track with the responsibilities of being a year 12 student.

"Being the youngest driver in the field is going to give me such a great opportunity and enable me to learn as much as possible at a young age, which is something that I am extremely grateful for," Rullo said .

"I'm honoured to be sharing the stage with some of the best drivers in the most competitive touring car championship in the world.

"I have massive respect for all of them and look forward to using them as a benchmark."